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wingding
Board:
Social Studies
12-05-2009, 08:40 PM
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3rd Grade Local, State and Nat'l Govt.
Posted By
wingding
Ben's Guide
Ben's Guide to US Government for kids is a pretty fun site to look through for ideas. It covers the basics of government, but also introduces symbols, songs, etc. You could use a number of these...
Board:
Social Studies
12-05-2009, 08:34 PM
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1
WW I & WW II - need ideas
Posted By
wingding
Lesson Plans
The National WWI Museum and the National WWII Museum have some interesting lesson plans you can use. Just google them and you can check out the educator's area. Also a REALLY neat thing to do with...
Board:
The VENT
12-05-2009, 09:28 AM
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Bankruptcies and Teachers
Posted By
wingding
Bankrupcy doesn't define you!
Well said Luvsbooks! I would hope that we (as fellow teachers and parents) judge our teachers by what they provide our children...a safe, loving environment and a well thought out program of...
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Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
12-05-2009, 08:59 AM
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Team Names
Posted By
wingding
Themes
Does your school plan to do an overall theme for the year? My son's school has a "Hollywood" theme this year so the 6th grade teams are Celebrities, Red Carpet Walkers, etc. The 7th grade has...
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Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
12-05-2009, 08:53 AM
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2
Teaching Types of Governments
Posted By
wingding
Powerpoints
I like the "types of government" powerpoint by Jefferson County Schools in TN (7th grade level). Google it and you will find the powerpoint. It is very easy to understand and has a game at the end....
Board:
The Job Search
09-12-2009, 01:32 PM
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2
Want to teach k in VA beach
Posted By
wingding
I agree with the post above...try Virginia Beach,...
I agree with the post above...try Virginia Beach, but expand to include Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, even Hampton or Newport News. Depending where your brother is located in Va Beach,...
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Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
09-02-2009, 08:41 AM
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Bell Work
Posted By
wingding
I use the Nike "Just Do It!" theme for Bell...
I use the Nike "Just Do It!" theme for Bell work.
Board:
The Job Search
08-27-2009, 12:13 PM
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3
Proof districts don't look at your resume
Posted By
wingding
That definitely gave me a giggle when I needed...
That definitely gave me a giggle when I needed it! I would love to hear when you get contacted for that interview if something "pops" up!
Board:
Social Studies
08-12-2009, 12:55 PM
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Great Read Alouds
Posted By
wingding
Couple of Ideas
I agree with 1956BD about Fever 1793. It is a great book about Yellow Fever in Philadephia, and the kids can relate to the main character. Also, I am David is a great book. It is about a boy who...
Board:
Social Studies
08-12-2009, 12:51 PM
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1
Bulletin Board Ideas
Posted By
wingding
Classroom Theme
Do you have an overall classroom theme? If you do, then we could give ideas based on your theme.
Board:
TEACHERS' LOUNGE ARCHIVE
08-08-2009, 07:54 PM
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19
Nightmare!!!
Posted By
wingding
Good luck getting some rest! I find at night...
Good luck getting some rest! I find at night when I am trying to fall asleep, I have books, lesson plans, attendance sheets, etc running through my mind and I cannot fall asleep. At least I haven't...
Board:
Books, Guided Reading & Literature
08-08-2009, 07:49 PM
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Need help with whole class books!
Posted By
wingding
Recommended Books
I am also in the Language Arts and History realm but for 6th through 8th grade :) Good luck with your literature circles!
A few books I like for your age group:
1. Fever 1793 was a great book...
Board:
Books, Guided Reading & Literature
08-08-2009, 07:33 PM
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4
Diary of Anne Frank
Posted By
wingding
Anne Frank
Thanks for sharing. I plan to do Anne Frank this year with my Language Arts classes. I look forward to swiping some of your ideas :)
Board:
Books, Guided Reading & Literature
08-07-2009, 11:18 AM
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3
Nothing but the Truth
Posted By
wingding
I like this site...
go to webenglishteacher (dot) com. It gives some lesson plans and activities. Good luck. :)
Board:
Bulletin Boards & Classroom Themes
08-07-2009, 11:09 AM
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2
Hollywood Themed Bookmark
Posted By
wingding
I am also doing a Hollywood theme in my...
I am also doing a Hollywood theme in my classroom. I just looked up the teach factory downloads. Thanks for the info! :)
Board:
Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
08-07-2009, 11:03 AM
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Ancient History Teachers Needed - Any good ideas for lessons/activities?
Posted By
wingding
look at mrroughton.com. His site ROCKS!
look at mrroughton.com. His site ROCKS!
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Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
07-31-2009, 04:33 AM
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3
Ideas for weekly/monthly subscription?
Posted By
wingding
Time for Kids
My son's class used Time for Kids when he was in the 5th grade. He seemed to enjoy it, and the magazine was pretty informative with inventions, current events and even some articles on talented kids!
Board:
Bluebonnet Room
07-30-2009, 04:20 PM
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5
Free books to print???
Posted By
wingding
I know this thread started last year, but I...
I know this thread started last year, but I thought I would throw this site out there for anyone who is interested. It has some nice printable books that are good for the Kindergarten level. :)
...
Board:
Future Teachers
06-14-2009, 04:00 AM
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5
practicum teacher gift
Posted By
wingding
Practicum Gift
When I did my practicum, I realized that my practicum teacher's stapler did not work well. I bought him a stapler that staples 15 pages at a time with one finger (about 10.00). Also, at the school,...
Board:
The Job Search
06-13-2009, 06:23 AM
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9
What do you ask at the end?
Posted By
wingding
Questions
1. What subjects would I be teaching if hired (i.e. for math would it be Algebra I, Trig or Calculus)?
2. What technology is available?
3. Are opportunities for professional development...
Board:
Social Studies
06-13-2009, 06:16 AM
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26
Could you pass a civics test?
Posted By
wingding
Interesting quiz...
I missed the one on Socrates...Personally, I'm not sure how that falls under Civics, but oh well. We teach Civics and Economics in the 8th grade here where I live.
Board:
Social Studies
05-11-2009, 09:07 AM
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8
teaching the 7 continents
Posted By
wingding
Continents Song
There is a song that you can teach the kids about the 7 continents. If you google 7 continents song, you will come up with it. It is pretty easy to learn, and the kids seem to remember them better...
Board:
The Job Search
05-08-2009, 04:04 PM
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14
E-mailing Principals
Posted By
wingding
Email...
I have emailed principals in the past and actually received a pretty good response. I would be hesitant to email the principals if the site specifically states to NOT contact them. That may put you...
Board:
Middle School/Jr High (6-8)
04-28-2009, 03:36 PM
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3
Interview Questions
Posted By
wingding
Interview Questions
1. Why do you want to teach?
2. Classroom Management procedures
3. How do you differentiate?
4. How do you feel about inclusion?
5. How do you engage your students?
Board:
The Job Search
04-07-2009, 02:41 PM
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8
screening interview
Posted By
wingding
Screening Interview
Our district does this type of interview in person. They screen at Human Resources so when an opening presents itself, they send you directly to the principal of the school. Here are a few...
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